DEV Community: Abdul Ghafoor

Bash got sharper today.

Abdul Ghafoor — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:07:00 +0000

Not more complex… just more precise.

I spent time on 🅂🄴🄳 and 🄵🄸🄽🄳, and it changed how I look at working with files and data.

Before this, I was mostly reading and running commands.
Now it feels like I can actually 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭.

🅂🄴🄳 made it clear how powerful in place editing can be.
Not just viewing data, but transforming it instantly.

And 🄵🄸🄽🄳 showed me something simple but powerful:
If you know how to search properly, you stop wasting time guessing.

Thats the shift.

From “where is this file?”
to “𝐈 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐭.”

Still early, but Bash is starting to feel less reactive…
and more controlled.

Whats one command that made your workflow faster instantly? 👇

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Today, I wrapped up a focused learning session centered on Linux kernel work as part of Dccs102.

Abdul Ghafoor — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:32:20 +0000

Today, I wrapped up a focused learning session centered on Linux kernel work as part of Dccs102.

I spent time on Kernel Driver Management, digging into how drivers interact with the kernel and what to watch for when managing modules and dependencies.

I also worked through Kernel Management Patching, reinforcing the practical workflow of assessing patch needs, applying updates safely, and thinking through change impact and rollback planning.

To round out the session, I dove into Kernel Tunning, exploring key areas where configuration and system parameters can be adjusted to improve stability, responsiveness, and overall performance.

What I gained today was a clearer, more operational mindset for maintaining a healthy kernel environment: understanding driver considerations, approaching patching with discipline, and tuning with measurable intent rather than guesswork.

These are foundational skills for anyone responsible for Linux systems where reliability and performance are non negotiable.

I am genuinely enjoying the depth of this journey, especially seeing how small, careful kernel level decisions can have outsized effects on system behavior.

If you are thinking about leveling up your skills, I highly recommend starting this learning path.

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Today I learned some seriously practical Linux admin skills

Abdul Ghafoor — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 17:17:02 +0000

while working through Dccs102, and it felt great to see everything click.

Today I completed the Source Code Installation module and walked through the full process of building and installing from source with more confidence.

I also finished Yum Os Software Kernel Patching Undo Roll Back, which was a big win because it showed me how to recover cleanly when updates go sideways.

To round out the day, I wrapped up LVM5 Structure Backup Snapshot RHCSA PE Extent Question and got hands on with snapshots and backup concepts that finally make LVM feel less mysterious.

Six learning activities done today, and I am genuinely excited to keep pushing forward.

If you want to learn alongside me...

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Skip the debt, not the degree path

Abdul Ghafoor — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:03:24 +0000

Skip the debt, not the degree path: AlNafi vs Rosemont

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Where a traditional option like Rosemont focuses more on classroom theory, AlNafi is built around what hiring managers actually want: job-description-based curriculum, 400+ cloud labs, AI-assisted learning, and full career support through the Al Razzaq program (CV building, interview prep, and job placement assistance). It is a faster, more affordable, and more practical way to start your cloud and SysOps journey while keeping pathways open for further study in the UK, USA, and beyond.

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Skip Florida tuition shock

Abdul Ghafoor — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:00:54 +0000

Skip Florida tuition shock - keep the skills, cut the cost.

Thinking about starting a tech degree at a place like Florida Atlantic University, but worried about 4 years of tuition, debt, and limited hands
on work?

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Instead of paying tens of thousands for mostly theory, you get job-focused, industry grade skills with flexible self paced learning and live classes.

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Skip the 4 year campus degree?

Abdul Ghafoor — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:27:49 +0000

Start with Cloud Cyber Security now.
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Hainan University offers a traditional, theory heavy university route.
AlNafi focuses on job ready skills: 300+ real cloud labs, live classes, flexible self-paced learning, and career support through the Al Razzaq program (CV building, interview prep, job placement guidance, and even immigration support).

This EduQual Level 3 diploma is equivalent to A-Levels/AS-Levels/T-Levels, giving you a globally recognized UK-based foundation in cybersecurity and a clear progression path towards higher levels and degrees.

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